A leading AJ100 practice that specialises in housing projects is seeking a Project Lead to join their team. The project is a large scale, low density project so UK experience leading a similar project is essential to be considered.

You will act as a project lead within a larger team, responsible for coordinating design, managing consultants and guiding projects through planning and delivery. The role sits between senior leadership and the wider project team, with real influence over design development and outcomes.

Responsibilities:

Lead low-density residential projects through key RIBA stages
Coordinate multidisciplinary consultant teams
Work with clients, developing briefs, leading presentations and meetings
Oversee design development, technical resolution and compliance
Manage programmes, resources and client relationships
Support and mentor junior team members

Requirements:

ARB-registered Architect with at least 5 years post qualification experience
Strong background in UK residential-led projects, ideally suburban or masterplanned contexts
Proficiency in Revit and Adobe Creative Suite
Confident managing planning, technical stages and consultant coordination
Clear communicator, comfortable working with clients and local authorities
The right to live and work in the UK

What's On Offer:

Hybrid working 1 day a week working from home
2 weeks a year to work remotely after passing probation
23 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing to 25 days)
Access to Mental Health support
Simply Health Cash plan
4.5% employer employer contribution
Annual trips abroad and regular social events

If you are looking to lead residential projects from concept to completion, apply now to be considered!

Lead Architect for Housing Projects